Master of Science in Maritime Operations Management (MOM)

Empowering future maritime leaders to drive innovation, sustainability, and global excellence in the UAE’s maritime industry.
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Overview

The program develops graduates with strong strategic leadership skills to drive growth and innovation in alignment with the UAE’s maritime vision. It equips students with expertise in integrated maritime operations, including ports, terminals, and logistics, while emphasizing efficiency, safety, and quality. Graduates are prepared to leverage digital technologies, support smart port initiatives, and apply sustainable and responsible practices. Through experiential learning, they gain the ability to translate academic knowledge into real-world practice and contribute effectively to the UAE’s maritime sector.

Program Highlights
Accreditation
Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)
Duration
Two years
Credits
30 credit hours

Why Choose This Course?

This course prepares you to lead and innovate in maritime operations, master digital and data-driven solutions, and apply sustainable practices, enabling you to make a meaningful impact in the UAE’s maritime sector.

Program Goals

To develop graduates who possess the:

• Strategic leadership capabilities needed to drive growth and innovation in alignment with the UAE’s national maritime and economic visions

• Mastery of integrated maritime operations spanning port, terminal, and logistics management with a focus on efficiency, safety, and quality standards

• Ability to champion the use of digital technologies and data-driven decision-making to advance smart port initiatives and strengthen martiime supply chain resilience

• Commitment to sustainable and responsible operational practices that balance economic performance with environmental stewardship and risk management

• Ability to translate academic knowledge into industry practice through experiential learning, enabling immediate and meaningful contribution to the UAE’s global maritime cluster

Program Learning Outcomes

Integrate advanced knowledge of shipping operations, port and terminal management, logistics systems and regulatory frameworks to formulate coherent strategies for maritime operations management
Apply advanced theoretical and practical knowledge to plan, manage, and evaluate maritime and port operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, regulatory compliance, and sustainability in diverse operational contexts
Analyze complex and unpredictable maritime operational problems using advanced analytical and system-based approaches to optimize operational performance
Conduct applied research in maritime operations management using appropriate qualitative and quantitative methodologies synthesizing findings to support evidence-based decision-making
Exercise leadership, autonomy, and accountability in managing people, projects, and resources within maritime and logistics organizations while adhering to ethical and professional standards
Communicate complex maritime operational, technical, and strategic information effectively and professionally to specialist and non-specialist stakeholders using appropriate formats and technologies.
Evaluate and critically interpret international maritime conventions, UAE maritime regulations, and sustainability frameworks to exercise independent judgement in ensuring compliant, ethical, and environmentally responsible operations
Design innovative solutions to enhance operational resilience, efficiency, and competitiveness in the maritime sector leveraging applicable digital tools and technologies

Program Structure

MOM 501 Advanced Maritime Operations Management
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Credit Hours: 3
MOM 504 Research Methods for Maritime Professionals
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Credit Hours: 3
MOM 503 Maritime Economics and Commercial Management
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Credit Hours: 3
MOM 506 Maritime Safety and Risk Management Systems
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Credit Hours: 3
MOM 507 Maritime Law, Regulation and Compliance
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Credit Hours: 3
Elective 1
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Credit Hours: 3
Elective 2
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Credit Hours: 3
Elective 3
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Credit Hours: 3
MOM 520 Applied Practice in Maritime Operations Management
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Credit Hours: 2
MOM 550 Applied Research I
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Credit Hours: 1
Applied Research II
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Credit Hours: 3

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Course Category Overview
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Total Credits: 30

  • Core courses:
    • Credit Hours: 15
  • Electives:
    • Credit Hours: 9
  • Practical experience & projects:
    • Credit Hours: 6

Faculty

Neil James Thambi
Marine Chief Engineer (Unlimited)
Maters's, Technical Ship Mangement / Marine Engineering, University of Strathclyde, UK
Dr. Hossam M. Eldessouky
Assistant Professor
PhD, Advanced Manufacturing Systems, University of Bath, UK
Akram Zeid
Assistant Professor
PhD, Mechanical and Marine Engineering, University of Nottingham, UK
Ahmed Hamdy Moursy
Head of Maritime Transport Department
PhD, Advanced Manufacturing Systems, University of Bath, UK
Georgios Katsoulis
Dean
PhD, Electronics Engineering, National Technical University of Athens, Greece    
Ahmed Ismail
Captain/Master Mariner
master's Science in Maritime Affairs, Maritime Safety & Environmental Administration, World Maritime University, Sweden
Tarek Ali Hassan Abou Elela
Assistant Professor
PhD, Marine and Commercial Law- International Transport Law & Multimodal Transport. - Marine Communications. - Seaman ship. - Maritime arbitration. - Marine insurance., Alexandria University, Egypt
Mohamed Abdelfattah Mohamed
Captain Master Mariner
Masters Operation of ship and Maritime Safety, Maritime Safety and Environmental Protection, AASTMT, Egypt    
Dr. C. Elavarasi Sasikumar
Assistant Professor
PhD, Electronics Engineering- Communication system Communication System, Antenna, Microwave and Millimeter wave Antenna, Microwave Electronics, Electromagnetic Transmission Line, Pondicherry University, India    
Ahmed Salem
Associate Professor
PhD, Ship Design, Construction and Stability, University of Strathclyde, UK  
Donald Macleod Paterson,
Assistant Professor
PhD, Ship Stability & Risk-based Design, University of Strathclyde, UK    
Mauro Francesco
Assistant Professor
PhD Ocean Engineering, Research in hydrodynamics and marine propulsion, University of Rijeka, Croatia
More Information
program chair
Dr.
Head of Maritime Operations Management
@sma.ac.ae
Key information
Intakes:
January, September
Duration:
2 Years
Mode:
Full-time, On campus
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